House and Senate transportation leaders said they would unveil an $8.2 billion water policy bill that would approve the deepening of U.S. ports to accommodate larger ships traveling through an expanded Panama Canal next year.
May 12, 2014Business
State DOTs Seek National Freight Policy, Say Energy Transport Burdens Infrastructure
WASHINGTON — State transportation leaders urged Congress to develop a national freight policy and pass a long-term transportation bill — soon.
January 19, 2015Business
Lawmakers Brief Freight Leaders
WASHINGTON — In a reversal of roles, freight transportation executives and officials went to Capitol Hill to hear testimony from senators, representatives, executive branch officials and staff aides on policy for their industry.
July 21, 2014Business
Driving Ban for Alcoholism Violates Law, Judge Rules
A federal judge ruled that Old Dominion Freight Line’s policy of never allowing a truck driver back behind the wheel after treatment for alcoholism is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
July 8, 2013